ABOUT
Daniel Owen is the Public Relations Director for Drake State Community and Technical College. Previously, he was the Director of Communications for the Huntsville Museum of Art. A North Alabama native, Daniel returned to the area after attending school and working in Tuscaloosa, AL. Before that, he worked in digital marketing for Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports (TTS) and served on the board of directors for the Arts Council of Tuscaloosa. Daniel acted as TTS's United Way Employee Campaign Champion in 2018 and 2019, securing donations from all TTS employees both years as well as coordinating TTS involvement in United Way's Day of Action. He is a graduate of the University of Alabama with an M.A. in Communications Studies and a B.A. in Advertising.
EDUCATION
August 2015 - May 2018
UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA
Masters of Arts in Communications Studies
Vice President - Graduate Communications Assembly
August 2010 - December 2012
UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA
Bachelor of Arts in Advertising
Radio DJ - 90.7 the Capstone
SKILLS
PUBLIC RELATIONS
DIGITAL AND PRINT ADVERTISING
MANAGEMENT
CONNECT
Danny has been one of the best hires for the Museum. During his interview, I knew that he would bring a creative vitality and contemporary perspective to the Communications Department. He navigated the Museum's Covid-19 fallout by implementing forward-thinking marketing and communications initiatives. Danny has broadened our presence on social media significantly to positive results. His maturity, professionalism, advanced education, and sense of humor have been a welcome addition.
Christopher Madkour - Executive Director, Huntsville Museum of Art
I have known Danny for the last two years and I feel fortunate to have worked with him on behalf of the Museum of Art, both in a professional and volunteer capacity. Danny is reliable, trustworthy and mature. He has also been able to quickly develop relationships and build a local network with both the Huntsville Museum of Art staff and the HMA board of directors. Danny has experience in marketing and fund raising, but he has brought a wealth of ideas to the table. He is willing to provide direct support, and is committed to programming that makes real differences in our communities.